A group headed by Florida businessman Bruce Sherman and 14-time MLB All-Star Derek Jeter has completed its purchase of the Miami Marlins, with Sherman, the club's Chairman and Principle Owner, becoming the fourth owner in franchise history and Jeter named the team's Chief Executive Officer. The purchase agreement was unanimously approved by Major League Baseball's owners on September 27.

The Miami Marlins today named third baseman James Nelson and right-handed starter Trevor Richards as the organization's Player and Pitcher of the Year for 2017. The announcement was made by Marlins' President of Baseball Operations Michael Hill.

The Miami Marlins return home to Marlins Park tomorrow for a brief homestand, with the opener of a three-game series against the New York Mets. On the year, the Marlins have a 36-35 record at home, and have won 11 of their last 18 home games. The homestand will feature Salute & Serve Monday, Half-Price Tuesday and the USA Power Tour featuring the Long Haul Bombers on Sept. 19.